NHER 23738 (Find Spot record) - Saxon metal find
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Summary
Metal detecting in 1987 recovered an unusual and elaborately decorated Late Saxon copper alloy strap end with traces of white enamel, part of a large scatter of finds in the area.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF73SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SHERNBORNE, WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
February 1987. Metal detecting on arable land.
Bronze strap end. Elaborate relief decoration with traces of decoration of white enamel; 4.3cm long, 2cm maximum width. 9th century, extremely unusual.
S. Margeson (NCM).
Sketch (S1) in file. Slide (S2) KLM.
Part of large scatter NHER 28124.
Associated Sources (4)
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- STRAP FITTING (Late Saxon - 851 AD to 1065 AD)
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Record last edited
Mar 11 2014 4:09PM